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D98 UPN

1986 Bedford Van

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

4,240 mi
Last recorded4,240 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD98 UPN
MakeBedford
ModelVan
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2006 4,240 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2005 2,301 miles

both rear 1/4 panels behind bumper very corroded(outside of prescribed areas for mot test)

engine and gearbox oil leaks

offside floor(by suspension mounting)starting to corrode

offside rear steel brake pipe corroded

Fail 26 Oct 2005 2,282 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

both rear inner wheel arch/rear wing areas corroded badly(behind bumper)outside of prescribed areas for mot test.

engine and gearbox oil leaks

offside floor area(by suspension mounting)starting to corrode

offside rear steel brake pipe corroded

How Reliable is the Bedford Van?

Based on 956 MOT tests across 220 vehicles.

65.3%
Pass Rate
1,121
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
220
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 165
Brake pipe excessively corroded 61
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 59
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 55
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 48
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D98 UPN is a 1986 Bedford Van in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

The most common reason a Bedford Van fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 165 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D98 UPN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bedford Van typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 40 years old, this Bedford Van is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D98 UPN registered?

D98 UPN is a 1986 Bedford Van, first registered on 24 November 1986.

Is D98 UPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for D98 UPN shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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